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98283 Rockport, WA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Rockport, WA (98283)

Rockport, WA (ZIP 98283) has experienced 168 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 161 wildfires, 4 earthquakes, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $300K.

🔥 Wildfires — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Rockport is wildfires, with 161 recorded events making up 96% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 15 (9%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wildfire-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Feb 10, 2025.

🌍 Earthquakes

Rockport has experienced 4 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jul 3, 2017.

🌊 Floods

Rockport has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 3 (100%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $300K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 5, 2013.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Rockport was Flash Flood on Sep 5, 2013, which caused $100K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Rockport, WA (98283)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 98283 has experienced 168 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (161 events), earthquakes (4 events), and floods (3 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 96% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 98283?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Rockport, WA, with 161 events documented.

Is ZIP code 98283 (Rockport) prone to flooding?

Yes, Rockport (ZIP 98283) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $300K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 5, 2013.

What was the worst natural disaster in Rockport, WA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 98283 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Sep 5, 2013. This event caused $100K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 98283?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $300K in property damage in the Rockport, WA area (ZIP 98283). This figure is based on historical records from FEMA, NOAA Storm Events Database, and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from FEMA (disaster declarations, NFIP flood claims), NOAA Storm Events Database, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, and NIFC wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source, with most records beginning in the 1950s–1970s. Full methodology →

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